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RTA Pre-K students lead assembly with presentation of Montgomery Bus Boycott

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RTA Pre-K students lead assembly with presentation of Montgomery Bus Boycott

Rebecca Turner Academy’s Pre-K scholars led this month’s grade-level assembly last Friday with a presentation on the Montgomery Bus Boycott. RTA's youngest scholars took on important roles, including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, the bus driver, police officer, passengers, and protestors holding signs.

They explained what happened during the boycott, why it started, and how it made an impact on the Civil Rights Movement. The scholars also performed songs connected to the theme, showing both confidence and understanding of the topic.

"It was meaningful to see our Pre-K scholars stand in front of their peers, staff, and families to present such an important part of history," said Principal Dr. Jacqueline Green. "We are proud of their preparation, teamwork, and ability to communicate their learning with the school community."

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New Rochelle–White Plains Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. support RTA students on first day of school

For the fourth consecutive year, the men of the New Rochelle–White Plains Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. partnered with Dr. Green, principal of Rebecca Turner Academy, to make the first day of school extra special for scholars. The partnership began with two years of support at Cecil H. Parker School and has continued for the past two years at Rebecca Turner Academy.

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Rebecca Turner Academy students compete in Spelling Bee

Rebecca Turner Academy hosted its Annual Spelling Bee yesterday, continuing a long-standing tradition from Cecil H. Parker School, and it remained an event many scholars looked forward to this year. As members of the Parker School community transitioned to RTA, this tradition came with them, bringing together scholars, staff, and families in celebration of academic achievement and school pride.

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Rebecca Turner Academy students bring women's suffrage to life with performance

Students at Rebecca Turner Academy brought the fight for voting rights to life in "Votes for Women," a powerful production by fifth- and sixth-graders. Portraying trailblazers like Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Ida B. Wells and Alice Paul, scholars explored the long journey to the 19th Amendment while sharpening their performance skills along the way. A true collaboration across grade levels and a meaningful lesson in justice and equality. Kudos to Ebony Cooper for guiding this inspiring experience!

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RTA students get active for Read and Run Across America activity

Students at Rebecca Turner Academy combined literacy and movement as they read their way across the country through engaging passages and an exciting obstacle course experience. This activity highlighted literacy across content areas, integrating reading, physical education, art and geography in a meaningful and engaging way.